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Body language is also a part of culture – learnings from international trips

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It turns out that body language is a part of culture as well, according to my key learnings from international trips over the years. Different cultures, different body language: People from different cultures use different body language which can cause conflicts, tensions and misunderstandings in the workplace. For example, in some cultures, the physical distance …

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Global Travel and Global Warming: We Only Have One Planet

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Scientists and economists are beginning to consider the serious economic and environmental consequences if we fail to reduce global carbon emissions quickly. The most expensive thing we can do is nothing. The cost of global warming: damage to property and infrastructure is real. Sea-level rises, floods, droughts, wildfires, and extreme storms require expensive repairs of …

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Which traditions are made to be broken? (A trip to France)

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Interestingly, I always go overseas for Christmas holidays and do something different each year. For most people, there is probably a tendency around Christmas holidays to fall into the groove of repeating the same activities every single year just because that is the usual way they have always done as a tradition. Sometimes family traditions …

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Memorable experiences & unforgettable conversations – a trip to the UK

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Contrary to popular belief, most people that I met in the UK are actually quite extroverted. I guess that’s because the way I communicate with them influenced the way they talk. I ask people questions which give them permission to open up on an emotional level. Kevin Smith once said, “People have 3 fundamental needs …

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High-context culture VS low-context culture: international travel

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Having been to many different countries, I’ve realized that there are two categories when it comes to cultures: 1) high-context culture, e.g. most Asian countries and some Eastern European countries; 2) low-context culture, e.g. most western countries. Therefore, I’d like to talk about my observation during my international trips and experiences. International travel observation: In …

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How to play big in life and career – lessons from a trip to Italy

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As an ambitious person, I’ve always wanted to play big, but sometimes I feel small. I have to admit that. I’m just a human. That being said, I’ve learned some highly valuable lessons from my trip to Italy. Everybody feels small at times, no matter who they are. When I was younger, I was constantly …

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A trip to Spain: What an enlightening experience!

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Most people that I’ve met in English-speaking countries tend to be slightly shy. By contrast, most individuals that I’ve met in Spain are very outgoing and gregarious – they are quite extroverted. During my trip to Spain, I’ve obviously improved my social skills a lot! The importance of having high-quality social conversations: In the past, …

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A Good Time Down Under: My International Travel Journal Entries

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Previously, I talked about going to Europe. Today I’d like to discuss my travel observation from down under. Hopefully, you will enjoy reading my international travel journal entries. More about Liam, the Australian school boy: I mentioned that when my nephew and I went to Australia, he met a new friend Liam. Now I’m going …

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Interesting travel facts and unexpected findings

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Populations are growing and cities are booming – but could we soon see skyscrapers turned into centers for crop production? From Chicago warehouses to the south pole growth chamber in Antarctica, the concept of growing food indoors is catching on. Plant scientist Dr Erik Murchie, from the University of Nottingham, reveals how agriculture could be turned …

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